India, Oct. 15 -- Horror fans have a new reason to return to Crystal Lake. Peacock's Crystal Lake, a prequel to the popular Friday the 13th franchise, explores the story of Pamela Voorhees, the mother of Jason Voorhees, and the events that turn her into one of horror cinema's most memorable killers. Starring Linda Cardellini, the eight-episode series takes viewers back to the beginning of the terrifying story, combining disturbing murders, family tragedy and a mystery surrounding a small town.

The show has plenty of blood, suspense and familiar horror elements, but it also attempts to give its central character a more emotional story. While Cardellini delivers a strong performance, the series struggles to maintain the same level of inter...